I have a whirlwind of a week happening here. Between trying to finish up two quilts (hand quilting one, machine quilting another), and preparing to head out of town for a few days, I’m feeling a little swamped. Excited, though, not overwhelmed. Today I’m thinking about a twin size Opposite Attract quilt. I wanted it...
Remember that embroidery I showed you last week? Well this is what we’re turning those bits of stitching into. Layla and I haven’t quite finished our project, but I wanted to show you her baby carrier. This was intended to hold Pup, her beloved stuffed dog, but she bought a little horse that she wanted...
I love Liberty of London. I love Alexia Abegg’s Michelle, My Belle dress too! I think that’s why after making one with Liberty, its difficult for me to think of combining the pattern with another fabric. This time I used a favorite print that may be more suited for Spring, but this is Southwest Florida,...
I have been jumping up and down since Tuesday when I received my copy of QuiltEssential that I had preordered on Amazon. About a year ago, I was approached about using some of my quilt pictures for the book. I was pleasantly surprised ridiculously excited once I saw some of my quilts! Over the moon...
Today I’m showing off my latest Michelle, My Belle dress. This one is a bit different than the other three I’ve made. I modified this version to have high neck and low back. And I’m sort of obsessed! The high neck modification was done by adding 2 1/2″ to the top of the neckline, and...
Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.
Newish reader here and I am really enjoying your blog. I just wanted to chime in and say that I set aside the first 2-45 minutes of my youngest’s nap for special time with my eldest (before scooting her off to rest too.) I am definitely a schedule/routine person and find that if I have it planned in my day, it is much easier to make happen. We usually read or just talk (she is 5 and loves to chat) together. :)
my munchkin pretty much makes sure that i can’t ignore him. LOL! it’s 100% his time when he’s back from nursery school. of course this often means that i’ve had to dial back my project plans!
I too reserve some special time with my 5 year old while the younger one naps…sometimes I have ideas of what to do (she loves games and puzzles) but often she decides she’d rather build a fort together, or do chasing/rough housing type play. I leave it up to her, that seems to work best for us.